1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 54 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, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Hyundai |
| Model | Star Sapphire | H1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
