1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 is newer by 38 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 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 1989 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1951 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1951 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Alvis | ZIL |
| Model | TA 21 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3890 mm |
