1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (297 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 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 345 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Because 2004 Peugeot 307 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | 307 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| 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 | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
