1955 DKW Munga vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 46 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 210 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
