1954 DKW Munga vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1973 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 19 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), 1973 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| 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 | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
