2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 988 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | YRV | Munga |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
