1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit 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, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
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 Honda Fit, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Honda |
| Model | Sapphire | Fit |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
