1954 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 53 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Munga | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | DKW | Ford |
Model | Munga | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1558 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 | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |