1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1982 Zastava 750
To start off, 1982 Zastava 750 is newer by 27 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 92 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1982 Zastava 750. 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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1982 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Zastava |
| Model | Sapphire | 750 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2010 mm |
