1954 DKW Munga vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 30 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 1989 Lancia Thema. 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Munga | Thema |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
