1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 60 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 595 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.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Alvis | Honda |
Model | TA 21 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |