1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Nissan |
| Model | Sapphire | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
