1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 28 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 58 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. 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, 1978 Citroen LN, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TA 21 | LN |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
