1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 26 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 234 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Visa | Munga |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
