1955 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | DKW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Munga | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
