1954 DKW Munga vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 21 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 7 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 788 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | Chante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
