1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 20 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Sapphire | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
