1976 Citroen LN vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1976 Citroen LN is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Munga (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 404 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | LN | Munga |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
