1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1971 Buick Skylark is newer by 20 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 157 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark 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 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Alvis | Buick |
| Model | TA 21 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
