1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 214 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
