1959 DKW Munga vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1963 Fiat 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1963 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
