1956 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 102 kg more than 1956 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2685 mm |
