1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 46 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva 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 137 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
| Model | Sapphire | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
