1954 DKW Munga vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 1984 Porsche 944 is newer by 30 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 944 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 944. 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, 1984 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Munga | 944 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
