1956 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 51 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 225 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | Munga | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
