1956 DKW Munga vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 57 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 96 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 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
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1956 DKW Munga | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | Munga | GTI |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |