The Horch 1a originated according to the pre-WWII "Einheits system," which targeted at streamlining vehicle production. The soft-top automobile could carry 8 team users, and had a V8 engine providing 80hp. It possessed a variety of 400km, and was presented with an oversized radiator to aid it battle on in tough surroundings including North Africa. Another notable feature ended up being the 120-liter fuel tank, split in 2 around the prop shaft. Around 2,900 had been produced between 1937 and 1940; the sort 1a was utilized greatly inside initial phases of WWII.