1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa 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 651 cc (2 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa 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 95 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Visa | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
