1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1958 Citroen 2CV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV 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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TA 21 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 19 L |
