1959 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
