1955 DKW Munga vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 51 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 113 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 2006 Opel Meriva. 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | DKW | Opel |
Model | Munga | Meriva |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |