1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1959 Rover P5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1954 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Alvis | Rover |
Model | TA 21 | P5 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |