1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 59 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 548 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass 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 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Jeep |
Model | Whitley | Compass |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |