1957 DKW Munga vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1962 Ford Consul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 402 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1962 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Consul |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
