1955 DKW Munga vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1959 Morris Minor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | DKW | Morris |
| Model | Munga | Minor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |
