1955 DKW Munga vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 15 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. 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 1970 Mercury Comet. 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Munga | Comet |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
