1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 33 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, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky 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 10 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sapphire | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
