1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 12 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) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Fiat |
| Model | Sapphire | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
