1957 DKW Munga vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 46 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 756 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW Munga | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | DKW | Tata |
Model | Munga | Safari |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |