1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 54 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 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 70 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley has manual transmission. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Oldsmobile |
Model | Whitley | Alero |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |