1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,290 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 306 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
| Model | Sapphire | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
