1955 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 25 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 88 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | DKW | Talbot |
| Model | Munga | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |
