1959 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z 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 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Honda Z.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Munga | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |