1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1966 Alvis TF
To start off, 1966 Alvis TF is newer by 16 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), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF 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 | 1966 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Alvis | Alvis |
| Model | TA 21 | TF |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
