1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Alfasud | Munga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
