1957 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 55 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW Munga | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | DKW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Munga | 159 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |