1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 96 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Rocky | Munga |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
