2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 51 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charade | Munga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
