1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica 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 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sapphire | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
