1957 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 47 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 36 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 2004 Seat Altea. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW Munga | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | DKW | Seat |
Model | Munga | Altea |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |