1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 54 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia 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 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
| Model | Sapphire | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 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 Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2737 mm |
