1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 61 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Whitley | Jetta |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2578 mm |