1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 46 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charade 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 45 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1988 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charade | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
