1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 25 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 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 820 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sapphire | Minica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |