1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 53 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, 2004 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus 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 64 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1951 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
