1959 DKW Munga vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 35 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 500 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2930 mm |
