1954 DKW Munga vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1964 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 10 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1964 Isuzu Bellel (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Bellel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Munga | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
