1959 DKW Munga vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 24 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Munga | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
