1967 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Polo (49 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 35 L |
