1955 DKW Munga vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | DKW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Munga | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
