1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 42 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 350 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 1991 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley has manual transmission. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Nissan |
| Model | Whitley | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
