1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 55 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 358 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour 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 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Alvis | Smart |
Model | TA 21 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |