1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 44 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Caterham C21. 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Caterham | DKW |
| Model | C21 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
