1959 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 299 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 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | GTD |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |
