1956 DKW Munga vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1968 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morgan 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 620 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morgan 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, 1968 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | DKW | Morgan |
| Model | Munga | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
