1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 526 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | Mini Metro | Munga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
