1967 DKW Munga vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1969 Lotus Elan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lotus Elan. 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, 1969 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | Munga | Elan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
