1959 DKW Munga vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 42 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 89 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 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Munga | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
