1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 56 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1951 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1951 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alvis | Kia |
| Model | TA 21 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
