1959 DKW Munga vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 13 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | 128 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
