1957 DKW Munga vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 38 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 224 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
