1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 60 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Hyundai Atos 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. 2009 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Hyundai |
Model | Whitley | Atos |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |