1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1970 Mazda 616 is newer by 15 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 46 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Sapphire | 616 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2480 mm |
