1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1963 DKW Munga
To start off, 1963 DKW Munga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 DKW Munga (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW Munga weights approximately 828 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1963 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Berkeley | DKW |
| Model | Sports | Munga |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 31 L |
