1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 10 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 42 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. 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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alvis | Simca |
| Model | TA 21 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |
