1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1971 Subaru R-2 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 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 66 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 988 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Alvis | Subaru |
| Model | TA 21 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1930 mm |
