1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1999 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Partner 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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1999 Peugeot Partner. 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Alvis | Peugeot |
| Model | TA 21 | Partner |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
