1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 31 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 920 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
Model | Sapphire | 205 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |