1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 175 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
| Model | Sapphire | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
