1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Navajo | Munga |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
