1954 DKW Munga vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Escort |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
