1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1984 Renault 4 is newer by 33 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 59 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. 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, 1984 Renault 4, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TA 21 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
