1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 12 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) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Alvis | Volvo |
Model | TA 21 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 204 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |