1954 DKW Munga vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Munga | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
