1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 54 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 92 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower 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 | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | Alvis | MG |
| Model | TA 21 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
