1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 14 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro 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 158 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro 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 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Alvis | Holden |
Model | TA 21 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |