1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 54 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 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 235 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Audi |
Model | Sapphire | TT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |