1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 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 2,307 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 34 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Simca |
| Model | Sapphire | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
