1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Whitley | Citi |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
