1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 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) has 74 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 726 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | 203 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
