1955 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 Nissan Micra (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Micra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
