1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 25 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Opti | Munga |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 31 L |
