2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 425 kg more than 1956 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Catera | Munga |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
