1954 DKW Munga vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1100 is newer by 3 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 475 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 1957 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
