1955 DKW Munga vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1956 Renault Dauphine is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 648 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Munga | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
