1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1997 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 42 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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus 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 955 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus, 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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus 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 | 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
