1954 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 55 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), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 353 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Munga | Outback |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| 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 | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
