1957 DKW Munga vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 9 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
