1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 40 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 50 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 823 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1991 Daihatsu Domino, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1991 Daihatsu Domino | |
Make | Alvis | Daihatsu |
Model | TA 21 | Domino |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |