1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 22 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant 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 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sapphire | Galant |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |