1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Austin-Healey |
Model | Sapphire | Tickford |
Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |