1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 28 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica 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 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | Celica |
Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |