1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 198 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lancia |
| Model | Sapphire | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
