1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia 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 96 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Familia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2200 mm |
