1967 DKW Munga vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1967 DKW Munga is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 130 kg more than 1956 Holden FE.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | DKW | Holden |
| Model | Munga | FE |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
