1956 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 29 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.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1786 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
