1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Star Sapphire | Compagno |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |