1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 920 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. 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 (189 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Simca |
| Model | Sapphire | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
