1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 35 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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 80 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky 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 | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Whitley | Rocky |
Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2210 mm |