1955 DKW Munga vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 171 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Neon. 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Munga | Neon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
