1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 63 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Whitley | Malibu |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2852 mm |