1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 22 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 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TA 21 | Luce |
Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |