1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo 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 710 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo, 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Whitley | Polo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |
