1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | MG |
| Model | Sapphire | TF |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1588 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 | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
