1959 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 425 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | DKW | Subaru |
Model | Munga | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2624 mm |