1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus 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, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus 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 110 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus, 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
