1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1956 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 400 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Allard | DKW |
| Model | Palm Beach | Munga |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
