1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 53 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 135 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
