1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 15 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 101 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Autobianchi |
| Model | Sapphire | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 22 L |
