1957 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 23 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 Polo. 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 Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 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 | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
