1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 46 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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 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 638 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 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 | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ginetta |
| Model | TA 21 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1050 mm |
