1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1999 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1999 Proton Tiara 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Proton Tiara. 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, 1999 Proton Tiara, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1999 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Proton |
| Model | Whitley | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |
