1959 DKW Munga vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 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 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Corsa. 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, 1998 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | DKW | Opel |
Model | Munga | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |