1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 23 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 41 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Skoda |
| Model | Sapphire | L |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
