1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1949 Austin A 70
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 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 22 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 90 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. 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 | 1949 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Austin |
| Model | Sapphire | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
