1954 DKW Munga vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1961 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 7 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
