1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 61 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza 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 271 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2011 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TA 21 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
