1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1959 Triumph Herald 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 40 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 670 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Triumph |
| Model | Whitley | Herald |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2320 mm |
