1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley 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 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Citroen |
| Model | Whitley | DS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3140 mm |
