1957 DKW Munga vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1957 DKW Munga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 176 kg more than 1957 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW Munga | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | DKW | Jeep |
Model | Munga | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |