1954 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 362 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1980 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Munga | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
