1975 Citroen CX vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 14 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1975 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | CX | Munga |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
