1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 Renault Dauphine is newer by 11 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 87 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 943 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. 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) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Sapphire | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
