1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 303 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Kia |
| Model | Sapphire | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
