1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 1971 ZIL 114 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1727 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 ZIL 114 (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 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 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Alvis | ZIL |
| Model | TA 21 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3770 mm |
