1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 42 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, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 2 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TA 21 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
