1955 DKW Munga vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1962 Fiat Berline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Berline |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
