1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord 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 38 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.
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, 1993 Honda Accord, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alvis | Honda |
Model | TA 21 | Accord |
Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |