1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 25 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sapphire | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
