1959 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
