1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 57 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Hilux |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |