1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1956 Austin A 30 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 600 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. 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, 1954 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 30 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
