1956 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | DKW | Saturn |
| Model | Munga | ION |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
