1954 DKW Munga vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 49 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
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, 1954 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Munga | R2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
