1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 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 405 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 405 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 650 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sapphire | 405 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
