1959 DKW Munga vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 23 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
