1955 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 62 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.
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 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Juke |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
