1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 20 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 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Sapphire | Chante |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
