1956 DKW Munga vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1963 Fiat 1600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1600 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1600 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 255 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1963 Fiat 1600 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
