1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 58 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 988 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore 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 140 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1941 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Cuore | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
