1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 188 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Prizm | Munga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
