1959 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 47 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 192 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 2006 Toyota Prius. 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, 2006 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Prius |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
