1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 13 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 240 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 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 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Fiat |
Model | Sapphire | 130 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |