1956 DKW Munga vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1963 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Toyota Corona (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 340 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Corona. 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, 1956 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Corona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
