1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa 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 400 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
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, 1994 Opel Corsa, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
Model | Sapphire | Corsa |
Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |