1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F

To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 39 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 17 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1990 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F. 1990 Toyota Model F 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. 1990 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Alvis TA 21 1990 Toyota Model F
Make Alvis Toyota
Model TA 21 Model F
Year Released 1951 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.1:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1448 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2240 mm