1983 Audi 80 vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 41 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 95 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, 1983 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | 80 | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
