1954 DKW Munga vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
