1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 31 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 1 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Whitley | 323 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
