1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee 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 65 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 845 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Sapphire | Bee |
Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2000 mm |