1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 40 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
