1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 30 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 25 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |