1955 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | DKW | Mini |
Model | Munga | Cooper |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |