1955 DKW Munga vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 24 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Munga | Beta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
