1955 DKW Munga vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1965 Morris Oxford is newer by 10 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Oxford (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Oxford. 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, 1965 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | DKW | Morris |
Model | Munga | Oxford |
Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |