1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sapphire | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
