1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 48 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TA 21 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
