1959 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 19 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 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 18. 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, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Munga | 18 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
