1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | |
| Make | Abarth | Armstrong Siddeley |
| Model | 1300 | Sapphire |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 72 L |
