1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 62 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, 2011 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane 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, 2011 Renault Megane, 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, 2011 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Megane 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 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Whitley | Megane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
