1954 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
