1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1992 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 41 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 286 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth 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 | 1992 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TA 21 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
