1954 DKW Munga vs. 1969 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1969 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 15 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Jeep CJ5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1969 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | Munga | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
