1957 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 510 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 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2919 mm |
