1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 37 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 40 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1988 Renault 19, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (182 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TA 21 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
