1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charmant | Munga |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
