1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear 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 27 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 81 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapphire | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
