1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord 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 83 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alvis | Honda |
Model | TA 21 | Accord |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |