1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1972 ZAZ 966 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 48 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 ZAZ 966. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | ZAZ |
Model | Whitley | 966 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 885 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2170 mm |