1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 49 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 18 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
Model | Whitley | Laputa |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |