1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1963 Trabant Universal 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 62 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Trabant Universal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Trabant |
| Model | Sapphire | Universal |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |
