1967 DKW Munga vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1967 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 626. 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, 1998 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | 626 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
