1956 DKW Munga vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 177 kg more than 1956 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1956 DKW Munga | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | DKW | Kia |
Model | Munga | Sportage |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |