1959 DKW Munga vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 100 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 Hyundai Coupe. 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 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Munga | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
