1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 106 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 DKW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Leone |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
