1959 DKW Munga vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 1959 DKW Munga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Munga (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 293 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. 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 1957 Ford Escort. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1957 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |
