1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude 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 353 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1954 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alvis | Honda |
Model | TA 21 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |