1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba 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 2,309 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 31 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 Talbot Samba. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Talbot |
| Model | Whitley | Samba |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2350 mm |
