1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1994 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 38 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, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia 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 190 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1994 Citroen Xantia, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1994 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Citroen |
| Model | Sapphire | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
