1956 DKW Munga vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 43 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 390 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 1999 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Legend |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
