1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Yaris |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |