1954 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 50 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 40 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 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
