1959 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
