1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 50 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, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Fiat |
| Model | Sapphire | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
