1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 62 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 222 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
