1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Honda |
| Model | Whitley | Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
