1955 DKW Munga vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 40 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
