1957 DKW Munga vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 26 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.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
