1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 30 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Visa | Munga |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
