1955 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 344 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Munga | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |