1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TA 21 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
