1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1975 Audi 50
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 25 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alvis TA 21 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 1950 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1975 Audi 50 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | 50 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
