1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1967 DKW Munga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 980 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 DKW Munga (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alpine | DKW |
| Model | A 108 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 31 L |
