1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia 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 36 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Skoda |
| Model | Sapphire | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
