1956 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 54 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 393 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ka. 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, 2010 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1956 DKW Munga | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | DKW | Ford |
Model | Munga | Ka |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |