1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 522 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 40 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
