1954 DKW Munga vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 18 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 626 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | DKW | Steyr |
| Model | Munga | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
