1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1963 Austin A 90 is newer by 7 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 290 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 1963 Austin A 90. 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 90 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
