2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 50 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 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charade | Munga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
