1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 30 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 81 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Talbot |
| Model | Sapphire | Samba |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2350 mm |
