1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Alvis | Fiat |
Model | TA 21 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |