1959 DKW Munga vs. 2000 Tata Estate
To start off, 2000 Tata Estate is newer by 41 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 530 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 2000 Tata Estate. 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, 2000 Tata Estate (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2000 Tata Estate | |
| Make | DKW | Tata |
| Model | Munga | Estate |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
