1959 DKW Munga vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Munga | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
