1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 52 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar 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 151 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
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, 2001 Ford Cougar, 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar 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 | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
Model | Whitley | Cougar |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |