1959 DKW Munga vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 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 Hyundai Pony (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Munga | Pony |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
