1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 25 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal.
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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | Alvis | Buick |
Model | TA 21 | Regal |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |