1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (161 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 2007 Dodge Nitro
Make Armstrong Siddeley Dodge
Model Sapphire Nitro
Year Released 1957 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2309 cc 2768 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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