1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 14 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, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | NSU |
| Model | Sapphire | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
