1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 7 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 57 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alvis | Wartburg |
Model | TA 21 | 312 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
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 | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
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 |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |