1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1956 Wartburg 311 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 56 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alvis | Wartburg |
Model | TA 21 | 311 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |