1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 164 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
