1957 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Panda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
