1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Giulia | Munga |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
