1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Kia |
Model | Sapphire | Sportage |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |