1954 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 52 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 170 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 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | DKW | Saturn |
| Model | Munga | ION |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
