1954 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 58 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 60 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 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | DKW | Mini |
| Model | Munga | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2596 mm |
