1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2000 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 43 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 34 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | ZAZ |
| Model | Sapphire | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
