1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1966 Renault Dauphine is newer by 11 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 87 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Sapphire | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
