1959 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 50 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 921 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | DKW | Jeep |
Model | Munga | Liberty |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |