1981 Audi 80 vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 22 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | 80 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
