1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 54 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, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Isuzu |
| Model | Sapphire | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
