1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1948 Austin A 90 is newer by 6 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 90 | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
