1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 51 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1052 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Nissan |
Model | Sapphire | Patrol |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |