1954 DKW Munga vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 34 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), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Munga | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
