1956 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
