1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Whitley | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3050 mm |
