1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 50 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 375 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2003 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Sapphire | Astro |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |