1959 DKW Munga vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 26 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | DKW | Holden |
Model | Munga | Drover |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |