1956 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 49 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Munga | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
