1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 8 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TA 21 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
