1959 DKW Munga vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Munga | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
