1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1959 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 40 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2010 mm |
