1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 44 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, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sapphire | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
