1957 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
