1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2000 Kia Spectra is newer by 47 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) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 451 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra. 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, 2000 Kia Spectra, 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) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Kia |
| Model | Sapphire | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
