1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 40 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 650 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Honda |
Model | Sapphire | Today |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |