1959 DKW Munga vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 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 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1988 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
