1959 DKW Munga vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Toyota Celica is newer by 38 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Celica. 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, 1997 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
