1959 DKW Munga vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 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), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.

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