1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |