2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW Munga weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | MiTo | Munga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
