1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 51 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daewoo |
| Model | Sapphire | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
