1955 DKW Munga vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 43 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Munga | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |