1959 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 15 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 2007 Mini Cooper. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | DKW | Mini |
| Model | Munga | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
