1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 855 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Sapphire | 1600 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 247 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |