1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1959 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | Bella | Munga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
