1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G
To start off, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | |
Make | Alvis | Alvis |
Model | TA 21 | TC 108 G |
Year Released | 1950 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |