1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 21 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, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 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 800 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | |
| Make | Abarth | Armstrong Siddeley |
| Model | 1300 | Whitley |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2930 mm |
