1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 56 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia, 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 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
| Model | Sapphire | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1796 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2737 mm |
