1957 DKW Munga vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 316 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | DKW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Munga | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
