1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 15 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 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 344 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie 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 | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
