1959 DKW Munga vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
Make | DKW | Jeep |
Model | Munga | CJ |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |