1956 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 52 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Munga | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
