1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 Fiat Strada, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Fiat |
Model | Whitley | Strada |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2718 mm |