1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 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 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 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 475 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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, 2003 Peugeot 206, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | 206 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
