1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 537 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star 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 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Kia |
| Model | Star Sapphire | Forte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
