1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 13 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Autobianchi |
| Model | Sapphire | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 22 L |
