1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 is newer by 1 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 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 430 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Abarth | DKW |
| Model | 1000 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
