1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 37 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, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid 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 380 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Citroen |
| Model | Sapphire | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3000 mm |
