1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1960 Abarth Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 714 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1957 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Abarth | DKW |
| Model | Coupe | Munga |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
