1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 18 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 34 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. 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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TA 21 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
