1959 DKW Munga vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 is newer by 11 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1300 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph 1300. 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, 1970 Triumph 1300 (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Munga | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
