1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1956 DKW Munga is newer by 14 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | DKW | DKW |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
