1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1960 Ford Popular is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Popular |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
