1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2002 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade is newer by 46 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) has 48 more horse power than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 910 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2002 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | MCC |
| Model | Sapphire | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1810 mm |
