1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1955 Suzuki Light is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1955 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alvis | Suzuki |
| Model | TA 21 | Light |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
