2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 2008 Daihatsu Copen (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Copen | Munga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
