1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera 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 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera 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 548 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
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, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | Sera |
Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |