1959 DKW Munga vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 290 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Munga | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
