1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 55 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, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 116 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 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2011 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire has manual transmission. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Honda |
Model | Sapphire | Stream |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |