1954 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 118 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Altima |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2675 mm |
