1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 40 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, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio 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 600 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Sapphire | Clio |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
