1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 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, 1999 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata E220 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 201 kg more than 1999 Tata E220.
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 @ 1000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1999 Tata E220 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Tata |
Model | Sapphire | E220 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |