1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1955 DKW Munga
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1955 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 166 | Munga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
