1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is newer by 21 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 240 kg more than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix has automatic transmission and 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley has manual transmission. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Whitley | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3060 mm |
