1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 50 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 53 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 718 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Alvis | MCC |
Model | TA 21 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1810 mm |