1955 DKW Munga vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Civic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
