1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 7 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 15 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Austin |
| Model | Sapphire | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |
