1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 192 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.
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 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TA 21 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
