1954 DKW Munga vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1960 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. 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 1960 Toyota Corona. 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, 1954 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Corona |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
