1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 62 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, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight 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 202 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alvis | Honda |
Model | TA 21 | Insight |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |