1954 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 24 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Munga | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
