1954 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Honda City

To start off, 2004 Honda City 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Honda City.

Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. 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 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.

Compare all specifications:

1954 DKW Munga 2004 Honda City
Make DKW Honda
Model Munga City
Year Released 1954 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 896 cc 1343 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 37 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 3450 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2510 mm