1956 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 22 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 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 1978 Mazda 818.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 818. 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, 1978 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | 818 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
