1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 10 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 103 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 970 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Citroen |
Model | Sapphire | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |