1959 DKW Munga vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1974 Mazda 818 is newer by 15 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 818. 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, 1974 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | 818 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
