1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1964 Seat 1500
To start off, 1964 Seat 1500 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1964 Seat 1500. 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 | 1964 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TA 21 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
