1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 71 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sapphire | Condor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
