1954 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 27 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Passat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
