1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1970 Dodge Dart is newer by 16 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart 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 93 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart.
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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart 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 | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Alvis | Dodge |
Model | TA 21 | Dart |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |