1959 DKW Munga vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 31 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Talon weights approximately 120 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 1990 Eagle Talon. 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, 1990 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | DKW | Eagle |
| Model | Munga | Talon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1996 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 | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
