1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1970 Lancia Stratos is newer by 12 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 30 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 798 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 1970 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1970 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lancia |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
