1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1964 Fiat 500

To start off, 1964 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 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, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 902 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Alvis TA 21 1964 Fiat 500
Make Alvis Fiat
Model TA 21 500
Year Released 1954 1964
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2993 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 36 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.1:1 8.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1448 kg 546 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3190 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 1950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 38 L


 

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