1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sapphire | Charade |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
