1954 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 56 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 2. 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | 2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
