1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 32 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 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 669 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Sapphire | 5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
