1957 DKW Munga vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 119 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1958 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
