1959 DKW Munga vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Munga (43 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. 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 1954 Ford Consul. 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Consul |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
