1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 22 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 380 kg more than 1950 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1950 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1950 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alvis | AMC |
| Model | TA 21 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
