1954 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 51 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | Munga | Exige |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
