1955 DKW Munga vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 58 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
