1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 25 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 16 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Fiat |
| Model | Whitley | 124 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
