1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (460 HP) has 367 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper 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 8 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper 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 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TA 21 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 460 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |
