1959 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 365 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.
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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | DKW | Skoda |
Model | Munga | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |