1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1967 Renault 8 is newer by 13 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 46 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1967 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1967 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TA 21 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
