1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 55 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lada Kalina, 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, 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lada |
Model | Sapphire | Kalina |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |