1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 48 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS 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 148 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS 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 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | FXS |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |