1974 Citroen CX vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | CX | Munga |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |
