1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 58 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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 (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Honda |
| Model | Sapphire | Insight |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
