1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 53 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 97 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
