1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
| Model | Sapphire | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
