1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 13 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, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 58 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Alvis | Humber |
| Model | TA 21 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
