1954 DKW Munga vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 45 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 170 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 1999 Peugeot 607. 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Munga | 607 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
