1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1950 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
