1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. 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 | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Simca |
| Model | Sapphire | 5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
