1959 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 443 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 Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
Make | DKW | Subaru |
Model | Munga | Legacy |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |