1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 45 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Kia |
Model | Sapphire | Capital |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |