1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 72 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
Model | Sapphire | Zafira |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |