1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 5 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 91 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 885 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Austin |
Model | Sapphire | A 35 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 26 L |