1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Skoda L is newer by 31 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 28 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Skoda L. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1987 Skoda L | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Skoda |
Model | Sapphire | L |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 885 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 |