1959 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 49 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 10 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Munga | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
