1967 DKW Munga vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1967 DKW Munga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Cortina (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. 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, 1965 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
