1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 55 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
| Model | Sapphire | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
