1954 DKW Munga vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Isuzu 117. 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 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Munga | 117 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
