1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 31 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 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 341 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 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 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Alvis | TVR |
Model | TA 21 | 390 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |