1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 53 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 25 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Tata |
| Model | Sapphire | Indica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
