1959 DKW Munga vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 20 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 Plymouth Colt. 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 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Munga | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
