1956 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 640 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | DKW | Tata |
| Model | Munga | Safari |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
