1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 24 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 19 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Alvis | Seat |
Model | TA 21 | 124 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |