2001 Acura MDX vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 686 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Acura | DKW |
| Model | MDX | Munga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
