1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 230 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 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Lumina | Munga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
