1959 DKW Munga vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Munga (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | DKW | Suzuki |
Model | Munga | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |