1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, both 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire and 1955 Citroen 15 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15, 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Citroen |
Model | Sapphire | 15 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |