1954 DKW Munga vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1959 Morris Oxford is newer by 5 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Oxford. 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, 1959 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Munga | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | DKW | Morris |
Model | Munga | Oxford |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |