1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 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 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 15 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, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown 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 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Crown |
Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |