1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 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 68 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Sapphire | Familia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2200 mm |
