1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 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 12 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TA 21 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
