1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 34 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | SZ | Munga |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
