1955 DKW Munga vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Golf |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
