1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica 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 62 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sapphire | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2270 mm |
