1967 DKW Munga vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 31 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 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 DKW Munga. 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 1998 Rover 600. 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, 1998 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1998 Rover 600 | |
| Make | DKW | Rover |
| Model | Munga | 600 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
