1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Lada Calina 1118
To start off, 2003 Lada Calina 1118 is newer by 47 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lada Calina 1118 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Lada Calina 1118.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2003 Lada Calina 1118 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lada |
| Model | Sapphire | Calina 1118 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
