1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. 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 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 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 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Sapphire | Familia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2200 mm |
