1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Nissan |
Model | Sapphire | Sentra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |