1956 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 56 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 114 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |
