1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Land Rover |
Model | Sapphire | Freelander |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |