1956 DKW Munga vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 34 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Legend |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
