1967 DKW Munga vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1967 DKW Munga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DKW Munga (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | DKW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Munga | Electron |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
