2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 67 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 190 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Materia | Reichklasse F8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
