1957 DKW Munga vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 216 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Munga | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
