1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 58 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Suzuki |
| Model | Sapphire | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
