1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 45 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 334 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapphire | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
