1954 DKW Munga vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Munga | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
