1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 23 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, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1972 Holden Torana | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Holden |
Model | Whitley | Torana |
Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |