1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1993 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 36 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, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sapphire | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
