1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 50 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra 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 38 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra.
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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra 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 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Opel |
Model | Whitley | Vectra |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |