1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 49 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Kia |
Model | Sapphire | Retona |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |