1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 57 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 385 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mini |
Model | Sapphire | Cooper |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |