1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1943 Simca 8
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1943 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 440 kg more than 1943 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1943 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Simca |
| Model | Sapphire | 8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
