1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 Holden UTE

To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 2004 Holden UTE
Make Armstrong Siddeley Holden
Model Sapphire UTE
Year Released 1955 2004
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2290 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 189 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2950 mm


 

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