1954 DKW Munga vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1970 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Skoda Octavia (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 308 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1970 Skoda Octavia (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Munga | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
