1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 45 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 11 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 2001 Daewoo Lanos, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2001 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daewoo |
| Model | Sapphire | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
