1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2002 Audi A4
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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, 2002 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 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 105 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
Because 2002 Audi A4 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, 2002 Audi A4 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2002 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
| Model | Sapphire | A4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
