1957 DKW Munga vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 32 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 124 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
