1956 DKW Munga vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1960 Riley 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Riley 4.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1956 DKW Munga | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | DKW | Riley |
Model | Munga | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |