1954 DKW Munga vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1966 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
