1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1953 Morris Minor
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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor 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 58 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 570 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. 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 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Morris |
Model | Sapphire | Minor |
Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |