2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1956 DKW Munga
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1956 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 156 | Munga |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
