1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 57 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 620 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Mazda |
| Model | Whitley | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
