1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 57 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Fiat |
Model | Sapphire | Strada |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |