1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 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 15 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Sapphire | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 241 Nm |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
