1954 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Munga | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | DKW | Mazda |
Model | Munga | Drifter |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |