1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 72 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Spider | Munga |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
