1956 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 55 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 155 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 2011 Mazda 6. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2789 mm |
