1956 DKW Munga vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1960 Toyota Crown is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (55 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 30 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Crown |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
