1954 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1980 Innocenti Mini is newer by 26 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1954 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1980 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | Munga | Mini |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
