1987 Austin Montego vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 275 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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | Montego | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
