1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 55 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 156 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Whitley | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
