1959 DKW Munga vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica 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 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 16 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 600 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Munga | Minica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
