1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | DKW |
| Model | Sapphire | Munga |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
