1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol 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 Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol 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 330 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
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 Civic Del Sol, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TA 21 | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| 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 | 102 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
