1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 7 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 2,307 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 63 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 755 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Citroen |
| Model | Sapphire | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
