1956 DKW Munga vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1965 Toyota Publica is newer by 9 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1956 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 700 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Publica. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Publica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
