1954 DKW Munga vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 40 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 548 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1994 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Munga | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Munga | Starlet |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |