1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Bitter | DKW |
| Model | Diplomat | Munga |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
