1957 DKW Munga vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 88 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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 Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
