1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 56 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1037 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Whitley | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3310 mm |
