1956 DKW Munga vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1956 DKW Munga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morris Oxford (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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 Morris Oxford (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | DKW | Morris |
| Model | Munga | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
