1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 44 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 150 kg more than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 1993 Renault Safrane 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. 1993 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Whitley | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
