1959 DKW Munga vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1962 Honda S500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga 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 5 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. 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 1962 Honda S500. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | S500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
