1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 43 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 8 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Suzuki |
| Model | Sapphire | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
