1954 DKW Munga vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1962 Fiat 2300 is newer by 8 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), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 2300. 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
