1959 DKW Munga vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Munga | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
