1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1967 TVR Tuscan is newer by 16 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Alvis | TVR |
Model | TA 21 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |