1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 34 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, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 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 392 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
