1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 55 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, 2008 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota MR2 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 383 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2.
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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TA 21 | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |