1957 DKW Munga vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 184 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
