1959 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 52 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 394 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 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | DKW | Citroen |
Model | Munga | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |