1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 47 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 140 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Fiat |
Model | Whitley | Coupe |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |