1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 152 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Alvis | Tata |
| Model | TA 21 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
