1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 53 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sapphire | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
