1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 23 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
