1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 730 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Simca |
| Model | Sapphire | 8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
