1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 58 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 142 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Sapphire | Golf |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
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 | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |