1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 19 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
Model | Sapphire | Aspen |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |