1955 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 57 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga.
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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
