1967 DKW Munga vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 252 kg more than 1967 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Thema. 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | Munga | Thema |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
