1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 45 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TA 21 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
