1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1957 DKW Munga
To start off, 1957 DKW Munga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 291 kg more than 1957 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1957 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | DKW |
| Model | Sapphire | Munga |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
