1959 DKW Munga vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
