1959 DKW Munga vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
