1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1956 Morris Cowley is newer by 5 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 52 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Alvis | Morris |
| Model | TA 21 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
