1959 DKW Munga vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Munga (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 165 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. 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 1955 Renault Juva. 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, 1959 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Munga | Juva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
