1957 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 161 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 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
