1959 DKW Munga vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 108 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | DKW | Opel |
Model | Munga | Ascona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |