1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 265 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | SsangYong |
| Model | Sapphire | Korando |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
