1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 26 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) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 729 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sapphire | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
