1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 45 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra 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 377 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra.
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, 1994 Opel Tigra, 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
Model | Whitley | Tigra |
Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |