1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL 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 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL 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, 2004 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mahindra |
| Model | Whitley | CL |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2040 mm |
