1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1956 DKW Munga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 290 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 40 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
