1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Armstrong Siddeley |
Model | Navajo | Sapphire |
Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |