1955 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 586 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
