1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1974 Skoda 110 L is newer by 20 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 50 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Alvis | Skoda |
Model | TA 21 | 110 L |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 31 L |