1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 26 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador 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 145 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Austin |
| Model | Sapphire | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| 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 | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
