1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR8 is newer by 27 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 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR8 (138 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8.
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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR8. (224 Nm). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Triumph |
| Model | Sapphire | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 191 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 | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
