1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1983 Citroen Mehari is newer by 16 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 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DKW Munga (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 555 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 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 1983 Citroen Mehari. 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, 1967 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Mehari | Munga |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
