1967 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 43 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 593 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 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Munga | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1703 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |
