1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 137 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | DKW |
| Model | 3000 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
