1959 DKW Munga vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 37 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 330 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
