1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 40 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lancia Delta, 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 (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lancia |
| Model | Sapphire | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
