1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 46 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra 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 420 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2001 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lancia |
Model | Sapphire | Lybra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |