1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Alfasud | Munga |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
