1959 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 334 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 2012 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Munga | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2741 mm |