1954 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 48 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Munga | Outback |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
