1955 DKW Munga vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva.
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, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 1991 Lada Niva | |
Make | DKW | Lada |
Model | Munga | Niva |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |