1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 51 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 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mahindra |
Model | Sapphire | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |