1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 27 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 362 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport 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 | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Alvis | Chrysler |
| Model | TA 21 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
