1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Charade | Munga |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
