1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 43 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Mehari 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 280 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Mehari | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
