1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TA 21. 1971 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1953 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1953 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TA 21 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
