1956 DKW Munga vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 154 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 Jetta. 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 Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1956 DKW Munga | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
Model | Munga | Jetta |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2651 mm |