1959 DKW Munga vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 620 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Munga | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
