1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 42 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 295 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Kia |
Model | Sapphire | Retona |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |