1954 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 20 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 2012 Mazda 3. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | 3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2639 mm |
