1955 DKW Munga vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Marcia 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 1995 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Munga | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
