1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sapphire | Express |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3940 mm |
