1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Citroen LNA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen LNA (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen LNA should accelerate faster than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA.
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, 1985 Citroen LNA (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen LNA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | LNA | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | 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 | 710 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
