1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1970 Seat 124 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 424 kg more than 1970 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Seat |
| Model | Sapphire | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
