1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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 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 58 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Steyr |
| Model | Sapphire | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1510 mm |
