1954 DKW Munga vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 110 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 2003 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
