1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1965 Volvo 120 is newer by 16 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) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volvo |
Model | Whitley | 120 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |