1954 DKW Munga vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1968 Innocenti J4 is newer by 14 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti J4. 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, 1968 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | Munga | J4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
