1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1956 DKW Munga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1956 DKW Munga. 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 1953 Alvis TA 21. 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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alvis | DKW |
| Model | TA 21 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
