1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 81 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TA 21 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
