1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 137 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Alvis | Xedos |
Model | TA 21 | 9 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |