1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 510 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
| Model | Sapphire | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
