1959 DKW Munga vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 14 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. 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 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | DKW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Munga | Victor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
