1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 445 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
| Model | Sapphire | XT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
