1957 DKW Munga vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1963 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 799 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. 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, 1957 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
