1957 DKW Munga vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 40 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 354 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Duna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
