1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 41 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 45 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 788 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Whitley | Minica |
Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |