1957 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 49 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
