1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 63 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107.
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, 2005 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 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 | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
