1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 684 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 166 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (953 Nm) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TA 21 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 8521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 777 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 953 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 | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
