1959 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 43 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 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 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
