1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1977 Mazda Familia is newer by 22 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 51 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Sapphire | Familia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2270 mm |
