1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life 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 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Alvis | Honda |
Model | TA 21 | Life |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |