1954 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Panda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
