1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1970 Audi Super 90
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 17 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 8 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1970 Audi Super 90 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | Super 90 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
