1959 DKW Munga vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 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 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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, 1959 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Munga | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
