1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 56 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 30 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sapphire | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
