1955 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 57 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Venga. 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, 2012 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Munga | Venga |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1253 kg |
