1956 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 178 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 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
