1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 23 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 59 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Sapphire | Taft |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |