1959 DKW Munga vs. 1994 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1994 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
