1959 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 371 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
