1949 Allard K1 vs. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 583 kg more than 1949 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | |
Make | Allard | Armstrong Siddeley |
Model | K1 | Sapphire |
Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |