1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 23 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charmant | Munga |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
