1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 9 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Sunbeam |
Model | Sapphire | Alpine |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |