1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 57 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 430 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.

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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Armstrong Siddeley Volkswagen
Model Sapphire Jetta
Year Released 1955 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3435 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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