1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 34 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix 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 330 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix, 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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Pontiac |
Model | Whitley | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |