1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volvo |
| Model | Sapphire | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
