1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 555 kg more than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
