1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 61 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
