1955 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 54 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 580 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Munga | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
