1955 DKW Munga vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1968 Ford 12 M is newer by 13 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 1,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 12 M (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. 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, 1968 Ford 12 M (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
