1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1977 Subaru Rex is newer by 21 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 56 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
| Model | Sapphire | Rex |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1930 mm |
