1959 DKW Munga vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
