1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 45 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2004 Subaru Forester 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. 2004 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Subaru |
| Model | Whitley | Forester |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
