1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 59 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 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 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
