2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Express | Munga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2010 mm |
