1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 448 kg more than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | SsangYong |
Model | Sapphire | Rexton |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |