1959 DKW Munga vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 144 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.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
