1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 36 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 34 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 735 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Whitley | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
