1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 2 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 979 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 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, 1957 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Berkeley | DKW |
| Model | Twosome | Munga |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
