1955 DKW Munga vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 41 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 230 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 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Munga | Verada |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
