1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 64 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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. 2013 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Hyundai |
Model | Whitley | Elantra |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |