1957 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 49 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 90 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | Munga | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
