1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Tata |
| Model | Sapphire | Safari |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
