1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 17 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DKW Munga weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alpine A 310. 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alpine | DKW |
| Model | A 310 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 31 L |
