1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1968 Simca 1301 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 2,307 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 17 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Simca |
Model | Sapphire | 1301 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1360 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |