1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 1972 Renault 5, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1972 Renault 5 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
Model | Whitley | 5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |